Astrology

May 2021 Astrology

Our second month of spring is underway with plenty of exciting cosmic activity. Communication planet Mercury travels home to Gemini on the 3rd where the expression of logic and reasoning is at its highest. We are restless, changeable, and chatty throughout the rest of the month. Love planet Venus also visits Gemini on the 8th when we become friendly yet detached in matters of the heart. We thrive on change and variety now. Mars travels through home-loving Cancer this month bringing endless energy to family life and attending to projects or repairs. The homefront will certainly be a hub of activity, but watch out for moods and aggravation, too.

The New Moon in stable Taurus on the 11th begins the lunar cycle this month at a slow, steady pace. We can be creative, have strong willpower, and good concentration in our undertakings. On the 13th, growth planet Jupiter visits artistic, intuitive Pisces for several weeks. This can be a highly creative time, spent often in meditation or introspection. Compassion and understanding are strong as we assist those in need. Inner awareness can occur as we become more in touch with feelings below the surface now.

The Sun moves into Gemini on the 20th, joining Venus and Mercury! With three planets in this changeable sign, variety is truly the spice of life now! We want to socialize and enjoy many experiences. Short trips become a fix for our restlessness and reading or conversations are also pleasurable. The Full Flower Moon in Sagittarius on the 26th is a Lunar Eclipse! It has ties to the eclipses that happened at the end of last year and will bring up the same issues again. We are ready to break away from anything that is interfering with our freedom. We don’t want to be held back in any way and choose to move on whether we have all of the answers at this time or not. With Mercury moving into Retrograde motion on the 29th just three days later another theme of looking into the past occurs. Many things can REsurface during the next three weeks that need to be REviewed and REsolved. With love planet Venus involved, it can certainly be REferring to love and relationships or financial matters that still need to be addressed. REmember; finish things in REtrograde and start new things afterward!

TAURUS: Your personal new year begins now! You have been breaking old patterns and are speaking your mind! Financial matters are on your mind as you review and make new plans. Resources are accented, too.

GEMINI: Your sign is favored and active all month! A new look behind the scenes in your life and you are ready to REset your direction. A spending spree will have consequences. The Full moon accents your relationships!

CANCER: Your energy is high and strong! A new beginning in your social life and future plans take place. Introspection and meditation will give you answers. Health, work, and duties take center stage; review and reset!

LEO: You are clearing out buried issues on many levels resulting in a new path. Career and position take off in a new direction. Romantic attachments are in the full moon spotlight! Enjoy reconnecting socially and recreation!

VIRGO: Energy goes into future plans and goals. A new look at beliefs and reviewing your status or career takes place. Newfound freedom in relationships begins and the full moon focuses on home and family issues.

LIBRA: Career demands need balance with home life. A new direction with resources and finances opens. Health improves and work seems easier. The full moon highlights conversations, travel, and your siblings.

SCORPIO: You are ready for a travel adventure or to learn something new. Relationships have a new start with values being important. It’s time to review resources as the spotlight falls on financial matters; adjustments.

SAGITTARIUS: Finances get attention and spending checked. A new start in the workplace helps. Reconnecting in relationships is pleasant. The full moon fills your sign and lights the way to letting go of old ways!

CAPRICORN: Partners can be challenging. Resolve work patterns or health concerns. New attention goes to children, fun, and romance. You are ready to speak up. A much-needed break is your focus later on.

AQUARIUS: Attend to health and duties. A new start in home and family is enjoyed. Money comes in but may not stay long. Enjoy love, children, and fun time! The full moon focuses on social life, future plans, and friends!

PISCES: Energy pours into creative interests, love, and children. A new desire to talk and travel is enjoyed! Reconnect to family and spend time at home. Career and position are on center stage; speak up and be creative!

ARIES: You have been attending to financial matters and get a new start this month. Home and family take your energy; be patient but firm. The month will end with a spotlight on travel, learning, and communication.

by Sarah Lyons - Sirius Systems Astrological Services sarahlyonsastrologer.com | 727.347.4737 “Get Sirius About Your Future”

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PET FRIENDLY RESORTS

Fur-baby and you need a respite? Check ahead on pet regulations (size, breed) and whether a deposit or non-refundable fee is charged. Some hotels offer treats on check-in, doggie meals and concierge assistance in locating nearby pet services. In Pinellas County, check out pet-friendly hotels for visiting family and friends including The Sirata Beach Resort, Alden Suites, Hyatt Place St. Petersburg, Treasure Island Beach Resort, Treasure Island Ocean Club, Hyatt Regency Clearwater Beach, Postcard Inn on the Beach, Beach House Suites by The Don CeSar and main hotel, newly refreshed. For coffeehouses/restaurants, if there is a patio and your pet is on a leash, chances are its dog friendly in DTSP and the Gulf Beaches; call ahead for the rules. Be sure to stop by The Dog Bar in downtown St. Pete for some drinks and dog-friendly activities. Head over the bridge to Sarasota for some pooch-perfect R&R at Holiday Inn on Lido, Lido Beach Resort, the Ritz-Carlton, Hotel Indigo, Aloft, Gulf Surf Resorts on Casey Key and Turtle Beach Resort and Inn. Like St. Pete, dogs are welcomed at more than 40 restaurants for dining outside on a leash. Check out The Old Salty Dog, Owen’s Fish Camp, Bijou Café, Patrick’s 1481, Mattison’s City Grille, C’est La Vie, Café L’Europe, Libby’s Brasserie and Columbia.

MOUNTAIN HIGH

Our publishers love to get away from the summer heat to Colorado, so we wanted to find an East Coast drive or fly retreat in addition to typical getaways such as Tennessee or North Carolina. Head to Brattleboro Vermont whose hip, boho-chic downtown district and bucolic surroundings, #LoveBrattleboroVT is “one of the best small towns in America,” with lots to do including events at the Vermont Jazz Center, New England Center for Circus Arts, and Asian Cultural Center; hiking and nature trails; to antiquing and shopping and artisan experiences (pottery and jewelry making) as well as farm-totable dining. For May and June, the Brattleboro Museum & Art Center is showing two, new, not-to-be missed exhibits - Jennifer MackWatkins: Children of the Sun, and Kenny Rivero: Palm Oil, Rum, Honey, Yellow Flowers exhibits at the Brattleboro Museum & Art Center (now through June 13). Brattleboro truly offers something for everyone with more than 1,000 events each year – including the Harris Hill Ski Jump, Brattleboro Literary Festival, Brattleboro Brewers Festival, Retreat Farm Food Truck Round-Up, monthly First Friday Gallery Walks, and many art, film, music and dance events - the town is always humming with energy.

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Planning your summer vacay?

You can hop over the bridge to enjoy a weekend in Tampa, discover pet-friendly resorts and restaurants here and in

Sarasota or drive to Vermont for some

Ben & Jerry’s and cool mountain air.

TAMPA LUXE LIFE

The Epicurean Hotel is a just-over-the-bridge vacay where you can spa, dine elegantly, sip exquisite wines, listen to live music and hang with the hip Champa crowd that flits here, Eddy V’s and The Meat Market. It’s the place for connoisseurs of life to come and indulge their appetite at the restaurant (a mélange of beautifully presented Indian, Mediterranean, Asian and other cuisines), the lobby bar (for brunch) or rooftop bar for artisan cocktails and divine snacks overlooking Tampa, especially the Montenegroni (Bombay, Campari, Aperol, Dolan Sweet, Montenegro).

As a Marriott Bonvoy property, you earn rewards and it’s an ideal retreat for exploring the museums and nightlife of Tampa’s SoHo and Ybor City. (epicureanhotel.com/explore/) The Epic Staycation gives you a special rate on accommodations plus 20% off at Élevage SoHo Kitchen & Bar and EDGE Rooftop Cocktail Lounge. (Valid thru 6/6/2021; Promo Code 7JL)

The luxurious 137 guest rooms and suites are a blend of urban chic and comfort. Guests will enjoy butcher block style cabinetry, luxurious rain showers, personal artisan pantries stocked with premium liquors, locally crafted beers and wines. We love the Epicurean events and food/wine pairings, especially the Sunday Bend, Bubbles and Brunch, where you can recenter and restart with poolside yoga, a complimentary glass of Champagne or Ketel One Botanicals cocktails and enjoy all day pool access and brunch at Élevage. On Mother’s Day weekend they will host a plant class and brunch. A good gift for Mother’s or Father’s Day? The Spa Evangeline pampers your skin and palate with flavors of relaxation including fresh fruit scrubs, buttery lotions and rich botanical oils infused with herbs to help relieve stress and leave you feeling invigorated. www.EpicureanHotel.com, 1207 S Howard Ave, Tampa 813.999.8700